So part of the media hype around the release of Halo 3:ODST has started and it seems to be starting in a big way with Microsoft bringing the only known life size warthog to Sydney.

This awesome ride was built by WETA back when the Halo movie seemed more possible.

Its aparently going to be part of a big ‘crash site’ that is being built on Cockatoo Island. General Public can check it out on August 8-9.

Microsoft has also announced that they will be having a special VIP partay for the launch and you can WIN tickets! For more details check it out here.

Oh and if you want to check out the awesome warthog you can see it after the jump…

Real life Warthog

Now how awesome would a car pool with this be?